Former Minister Moham Badaru Denies Defection to ADC Amidst APC Rift

Former Minister of Defense, Moham Badaru, refutes rumors of defecting to ADC from APC, emphasizing commitment to the ruling party led by Bola Tinubu. The claims of his defection were deemed baseless and urged APC members to disregard such reports.

Badaru's media aide, Mati Ali, clarified the situation, stating Badaru remains loyal to APC. This development comes amidst ongoing rifts within APC, notably with predecessors like Umar Namadi.

Badaru resigned from his ministerial position on December 1, 2025, citing personal reasons. The political landscape in Nigeria faces scrutiny amid security challenges and political pressures.